Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome opens new season June 14, 15

Thursday, June 12, 2014

Vintage flying machines will take to the skies once again as a new air show season opens at the Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome, 9 Norton Road, Red Hook, with 2 p.m. shows on Saturday, June 14, and Sunday, June 15.

To celebrate Father’s Day, the aerodrome will be offering a special combination deal June 14 and 15 to dads, which includes admission and a biplane ride for a total of $85. Ask at the gate for details.

Air shows will take place regularly at 2 p.m. Saturdays and Sundays through Oct. 12.

The aerodrome will showcase its newly restored 1917 Albatros D.Va, German World War I fighter throughout the season.

Saturday shows during the season will chronicle the History of Flight with Pioneer-, World War I- and Lindbergh-era aircraft taking flight. If the winds are calm, visitors will even see a 1909 Bleriot (the oldest flying aircraft in the United States) take to the air. Sunday shows will feature a World War I dogfight and barnstorming aircraft.

During the weekend air shows, the aerodrome turns back the hands of time and relives the early years of aviation. This colorful era of aviation is brought back to life and is great education and entertainment for all ages. Biplane rides will be available throughout the show season. Shows and rides are weather permitting.

Tickets are $20 for adults and $15 for senior citizens ages 65 and older, military personnel (active or retired with ID) and youngsters ages 13 and 17. Admission is $5 for children ages 6 to 12. Children ages 5 and under are admitted free.